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(Add it to the list of grooming-related tasks we’ve just been overthinking all these years.)

Meet the Experts

Kristie Streicheris the creator ofThe Feathered Browand co-owner ofStriiikebeauty studio in Los Angeles.

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Scroll on to learn how to groom your eyebrows in eight simple steps.

This helps you create a visual guide and avoid over-trimming.

We like Make Up Forever’sAqua Resist Waterproof Eyebrow Definer Pencil.

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

Byrdie Tip

Streicher says to avoid cutting the hairs straight across or all at once.

In many cases, you should likely stop here.

When it comes to stray hairs, this would be the time to tweeze them.

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

Normally, stray hairs sit beneath your brow shape.

Also, tweeze in natural light so you don’t go overboard.

We’re fans of R+CoMagic Wand Brow Gelfor its sturdy hold and conditioning, flake-free formula.

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

The Finished Look

Voila!

Perfectly trimmed brows ready for action.

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

Close up of a woman trimming her eyebrow hairs

Kristie Streicher for Byrdie​

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

A woman trimming her brow hairs, viewed close up

Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie

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Kristie Streicher for Byrdie